Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-10SCE-12BKS LH
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Harley Benton
Custom Line CLD-10SCE-12BKS LH
Product Info
Article Number:
573566
Brand:
Harley Benton
Model:
Custom Line CLD-10SCE-12BKS LH
Category:
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$328.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Harley Benton 12-string is a serious value proposition. The solid top and Fishman electronics give it a surprisingly professional sound, while the okoume neck keeps things comfortable. It’s a great option for left-handed players wanting a full, shimmering 12-string tone without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Harley Benton Custom Line CLD-10SCE-12BKS LH
- 12-String Acoustic Guitar
- Left-handed model
- Type: Dreadnought with cutaway
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Sapele mahogany
- Neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Pau Ferro
- Dot fingerboard inalys
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 48 mm
- Cream binding
- 20 Frets
- Fishman Presys-II preamp system with built-in tuner
- Pau Ferro bridge
- Chronme-plated machine heads
- Strings: Daddario EJ38 (Art.#130817#)
- Colour: Black matt
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly rich and resonant tone, exceeding expectations.
- • Fishman Presys-II preamp provides clean amplification with a reliable built-in tuner.
- • Okoume neck offers comfortable playability and a stable platform for the 12-string setup.
- • Sapele mahogany back and sides contribute warmth and sustain, balancing the bright spruce.
CONS
- • 12-string guitars inherently have higher string tension; setup adjustments may be needed.
- • Matt black finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
- • While well-built, the hardware (tuners, bridge) isn't quite as refined as premium models.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele Mahogany
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Pau Ferro
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
Fishman Presys-II Preamp System
Weight
2.3 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The okoume neck has a comfortable, slightly rounded profile – not too thin, not too chunky – similar to many modern C-shape necks, but individual preference always varies.
Yes, the Presys-II is very straightforward. It has simple EQ controls and a tuner, making it easy to dial in a good sound for both stage and recording.
While 12-strings inherently have higher action, this model comes reasonably well-set up. Beginners might find it a bit more challenging than a 6-string, but it's certainly playable with a little practice.
